Travel to and from Canada
Most passengers travelling to or through Canada need a visa or an eTA. Find out which rules apply to you to make sure your journey goes as smooth as possible.
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Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
Residents of countries under the Visa Waiver Program may travel to Canada without having to request a visa. However, they will need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA).Without an eTA, these passengers will not be allowed to check-in/board their flight to Canada.
Visa
Residents of countries that are not under the Visa Waiver Program may travel to Canada after getting a visa. Without a visa, these passengers will not be allowed to check-in/board their flight to Canada.Please check Canada’s entry requirements before flying to Canada.